25 January 2007

Rangers are being linked with a move for Australian international Jason Culina, who admits he is flattered by their interest.

New Gers boss Walter Smith is eager to imprint his own impression on the squad and Culina has emerged as a possible target.

PSV Eindhoven boss Ronald Koeman is ready to let Culina leave and Ibrox could be a possible destination.

"Rangers are a massive club and, if their interest is genuine, I am flattered," said the versatile midfielder.

"When I was with Brian Laudrup at Ajax, he always told me what a great place Glasgow was to live in.

"However, I am contracted to PSV for another 18 months and I am committed to the cause. It really is up to the clubs but I would like to play in the UK one day."

Culina's UK representative, Dean Sheehan, was adamant that Culina would be a perfect signing for Rangers.

"Any sale is entirely up to PSV," Sheehan told skysports.com.

"But if you're asking if Jason is what Rangers need right now then the answer is yes. The supporters would love him, he'd score goals and fight for everything." Source - Sky Sports News

29 November 2006

A host of British clubs are understood to be considering a move for Australian Jason Culina in January.

PSV Eindhoven are ready to listen to offers for the combative midfielder with a fee of £1 million likely to be enough to land the 26-year-old.

Aston Villa, Bolton, Fulham and Portsmouth - along with Old Firm giants Celtic and Rangers - have been credited with an interest in Culina by Dutch sources.

Culina, who played every game for Australia at this year's World Cup finals, is at home in midfield - but can also play in defence, and his versatility is a likely attraction to any interested manager.

Culina's UK representative Dean Sheehan of Dolmans Solicitors, has backed his charge to make an impact in the British game - should he seal a move when the transfer window re-opens.

"Jason is perfect for the British game. He is quick, strong but also has great vision and creativity," Sheehan told skysports.com.

"He also works hard for the team which cannot be said of all creative players. If Jason is allowed to express himself, he will make a hatful of goals. I believe he can be a Steed Malbranque." Source - Sky Sports News